Beam AI vs On-Screen
The Only On-Screen Takeoff® Alternative You Need to Get More Done in Less Time
Stop spending hours poring over plans and tracing polygons and lines. Instead, let Beam AI do the heavy lifting for you.
Helping 1200+ businesses bid competitively across the US and Canada
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Beam AI vs On-screen Takeoff Software: Side-by-Side Comparison
Beam AI
On-Screen Takeoff®
100% automated (done-for-you) takeoffs via AI
Level of AI automation
Fully done for you; no conditions to define
Partial: detects wall types; manual for all else
Cloud-based software
Auto-detected changes in addenda/revisions
Real-time collaboration with team members
Built-in quality checks on takeoffs
No need to read through 100s of plan sheets
Automated takeoffs across 15+ trades (concrete, HVAC, etc.)
(walls only)
Building estimates
24*7 Customer Support
Unlimited users
Automated detection of specs
Communication with stakeholders via shareable link for takeoffs
Automated discrepancy detection
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Why spend hours on takeoff when you can automate?
Reclaim 30-50% of the time during a bid cycle which is spent just
on doing takeoffs
on doing takeoffs
Why Beam AI is the #1 takeoff software
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Beam AI
100% automated (done-for-you) takeoffs via AI
Level of AI automation
Partial: detects wall types; manual for all else
Fully done for you; no conditions to define
Cloud-based software
Auto-detected changes in addenda/revisions
Real-time collaboration with team members
Built-in quality check on takeoffs
No need to read through 100s of plan sheets
Automated takeoffs across 15+ trades (concrete, drywall, HVAC, etc.)
(walls only)
Building estimates
24*7 Customer Support
Unlimited users
Automated detection of specs
Communication with stakeholders via shareable link for takeoffs
Automated discrepancy detection
Seeing something inaccurate? Let us know
See what our customers have to say
From saving time on takeoffs to winning more bids, hear from our customers firsthand how we’re helping them succeed
"We’re doing 3 to 4x more bids than before. That alone makes Beam AI worth it."
Mike Thomas
Vice President, MGT Enterprises
"With Beam AI, we’re saving up to a full day on large projects, increasing bid volume, and improving turnaround time. We’ve submitted 50 more bids in just 6 months, and focused more on estimating, project management, and team expansion!"
Ryan Meers
Estimator/Project Manager, Bommarito Construction
Beam AI has proven to us that their AI is more than capable of handling the most complicated and detailed takeoffs beyond perfection... They take it to a level of art. The Takeoff presentation is so stunning I want to print out large scale reproductions to hang around the office so I can admire their architectural beauty all day long. We are BEAM believers!
Bram Bessoff
ADG Services
Using Beam AI's automated takeoff software has significantly improved our estimating process. It has allowed me to keep up with the 3 to 4 invitations and prepare more bids than my competitors. We have already begun to see our first successful bid with Beam - which we wouldn't have won without it.
Philip Butler
CEO, Spalding Concrete Company
"With Beam AI, we’re saving 2 days of work each week. Our bid volume has doubled, our win rate has skyrocketed, and we’ve grown from $900K to $2M in just a couple of months!"
Bryan Ramirez
Senior Estimator, Rays Stairs Inc.
Beam AI has been a game-changer for the business with its accurate, auto-generated takeoffs that keep my bids competitive. Their support team is incredibly responsive and ensures any issue is resolved quickly. I couldn’t recommend them more!
Steve Conley
Omnia Site Management
Beam AI has been fantastic, allowing me to focus more on reviewing every detail and specification instead of doing the takeoffs. It makes the bidding process more efficient, eliminates errors, and improves the accuracy of each deliverable.
Irana Perez
Estimator, Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors Inc.
Beam AI's automated takeoff software has streamlined our takeoff process, saving time and improving accuracy. I can now handle more bids than ever, and the seamless support made the transition easy.
Josh Tuttle
Senior Project Manager, Builders Stone and Supply
Beam AI delivers accurate takeoffs, ensuring no hassle in estimating, which has simplified our bidding process. It's a game-changer for contractors across all trades, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it.
David Smith
Impressions in Concrete Inc.
Beam AI has drastically reduced our bidding time, enabling us to take on more bids with fewer estimators. The team’s support has been exceptional, and we’re excited to see where this partnership takes us.
Dylan Wiman
Rocky Mountain Steel
Beam AI has been instrumental in streamlining our bidding process. Their dedicated team and excellent communication have made it easier for us to meet tight deadlines, providing much-needed relief during busy periods. We’re confident in the bright future ahead with Beam AI and truly appreciate the outstanding work they do.
Brent Wright
Senior Estimator
With significantly less time spent on takeoffs, we can focus on other critical aspects of the project—getting pricing from suppliers, checking material availability, and ensuring bid competitiveness.
Laura De Sanctis
Assistant Director, JBG Flooring and Installation Ltd.
I used to spend 25 hours a week on takeoffs, now it's just 5. Beam AI has freed up enough time that I could potentially handle 800 projects a year instead of 400, without hiring another estimator.
Henry Greenberg
President, Guardian Roofing & Exteriors Inc. and Director of Sales & Marketing, T.U.F.F. Exteriors Inc.
What makes Beam AI the best alternative to On-screen Takeoff® software
Save 90% of your time with automated takeoffs
With traditional on-screen takeoff tools, estimators spend hours clicking, tracing, and calculating quantities sheet by sheet. Beam AI changes that. Simply upload your plans, press “Proceed,” and our AI software does the work for you. Beam AI scans each sheet, section, and spec detail so that you can quickly move toward creating estimates.
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Send out 2x more bids than before
Busy seasons can quickly overwhelm estimators using traditional tools, where takeoffs pile up and opportunities slip by. With Beam AI, you can process multiple takeoffs in parallel and keep every bid on track by monitoring progress in real time. Now, you are sending bids faster without losing out on more opportunities.
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Stay ahead with seamless addenda management
Addenda and revisions no longer have to disrupt your bidding process. Beam AI’s advanced technology takes the hassle out of managing plan updates. With its intelligent detection, it highlights changes across plansets so you never miss out any critical updates. Every revision is automatically quantified, giving you clear, actionable data to adjust your estimates quickly. Forget the stress of comparing sheets manually - Beam AI streamlines addenda handling so you can focus on crafting competitive bids with confidence and accuracy.
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Collaborate in real time with cloud-based connectivity
Unlike on-screen tools that keep data static, Beam AI leverages cloud-based functionality for seamless teamwork. Share takeoffs with your GC, subcontractors, or suppliers in one click – with the option to allow comments or editing access. And if you’re preparing client presentations, Beam makes it easy to create high-quality PDFs or Excel exports to present your takeoff data into a professional presentation without additional steps.
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Frequently asked questions
Why are automated blueprint takeoffs needed?
Blueprint takeoff software traces blueprints so that you don't have to. It determines the quantities of materials for you using cutting-edge AI technology, saving 90% of your time otherwise spent on takeoffs. You can process up to 2x more takeoffs with Beam AI without any additional effort.
Can I try out the software for free?
Absolutely! Book a demo with us and then our product expert will set up a free trial for you.
What does the pricing structure look like?
We have an annual license-based pricing model, based on the trade you operate in. See our Pricing section to know more, or Book a Demo today for more details.
How does an AI-based takeoff software work?
Our AI-based takeoff software automates the tracing of plan docs and calculation of all material quantities for you. All you need to do is to upload the plans on our platform, define the scope of work, and hit Proceed! Once the AI does the takeoff, the AI-generated takeoff goes through a Quality Assurance step where it is reviewed to ensure everything is accurate and matches the scope you provide during the set up.
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